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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL YN50E YN50EM 2DK-F8199-E0...
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EAU46090 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your YN50E/YN50EM. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your scooter, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10133 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-1 FOR YOUR SAFETY – Adjusting the front and rear brake Further safe-riding points ....1-5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..... 4-1 lever free play ......6-13 Checking the front and rear brake DESCRIPTION ........2-1 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT shoes ........
SAFETY INFORMATION ● EAUT1018 Never operate a scooter without automobile driver who did not see proper training or instruction. Take the scooter. Making yourself con- training course. Beginners spicuous appears to be very effec- Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- tive in reducing the chance of this As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- tified instructor.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ● Many accidents involve inexperi- • Always signal before turning or Protective Apparel enced operators. In fact, many op- changing lanes. Make sure that The majority of fatalities from scooter erators who have been involved in other motorists can see you. accidents are the result of head inju- accidents do not even have a cur- ●...
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SAFETY INFORMATION ● ● Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Do not run engine outdoors where Cargo accessory weight All engine exhaust contains carbon engine exhaust can be drawn into should be kept as low and close to monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car- a building through openings such the scooter as possible.
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Yamaha accessories, which are avail- characteristics can put you and others effects. Wind may attempt to lift able only from a Yamaha dealer, have at greater risk of serious injury or death. the scooter, or the scooter may been designed, tested, and approved...
SAFETY INFORMATION Aftermarket Tires and Rims straps carefully so the straps will EAUT2031 Further safe-riding points The tires and rims that came with your not rub against painted surfaces ● Make sure to signal clearly when scooter were designed to match the during transport.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ● Always wear a helmet, gloves, trousers (tapered around the cuff and ankle so they do not flap), and a bright colored jacket. ● Do not carry too much luggage on the scooter. An overloaded scoot- er is unstable.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU10461 EAU10661 To lock the steering Main switch/steering lock OFF “ ” All electrical systems are off. The key can be removed. EWA10061 WARNING PUSH Never turn the key to “ ” or “ ” while the vehicle is moving. Other- wise the electrical systems will be switched off, which may result in loss of control or an accident.
2-stroke en- EAU11020 gine oil tank has been refilled, have a Turn signal indicator light “ ” Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- This indicator light flashes when the cuit. turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAUM2960 EAU11621 The speedometer unit is equipped with Speedometer unit Fuel level warning light “ ” a speedometer and an odometer. The This warning light comes on when the speedometer shows riding speed. The fuel level drops below approximately odometer shows the total distance trav- 1.5 L (0.40 US gal, 0.33 Imp.gal).
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU1234C EAU12500 EAU12901 Handlebar switches Front brake lever Horn switch “ ” Press this switch to sound the horn. Left 1. Front brake lever 1. Dimmer switch “ ” The front brake lever is located on the 2.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12951 EAU13202 Fuel tank cap Rear brake lever Fuel and 2-stroke engine oil tank caps ZAUM0989 1. Fuel tank cap 1. Rear brake lever ZAUM0988 To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it 1. 2-stroke engine oil tank cap The rear brake lever is located on the counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To remove the 2-stroke engine oil tank EAU13221 Fuel cap, pull it off. Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in To install the 2-stroke engine oil tank the tank. cap, push it into the oil tank opening. EWA10881 EWA10141 WARNING...
1.5 L (0.40 US gal, 0.33 Imp.gal) ● Park the vehicle in a place where pedestrians or children Your Yamaha engine has been de- are not likely to touch the hot signed to use premium unleaded gaso- exhaust system. line with a research octane number of ●...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13453 EAUS1050 EAU13932 2-stroke engine oil Kickstarter Seat Make sure that there is sufficient 2- stroke engine oil in the oil tank. Add the To open the seat recommended 2-stroke engine oil as 1. Place the scooter on the center- necessary.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ● EAUM1192 Since the storage compartment Storage compartment accumulates heat when ex- posed to the sun and/or the en- gine heat, do not store anything susceptible to heat, consum- ables or flammable items inside ● To avoid humidity from spread- ing through the storage com- ZAUM0991 partment, wrap wet articles in a...
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS ● Do not leave your scooter unat- EAUT1072 Luggage hook tended with the seat open. EWAT1031 WARNING ● Do not exceed the load limit of 3 kg (6.6 lb) for the luggage hook. ● Do not exceed the maximum load of 163 kg (359 lb) for the ve- hicle.
• Check lever free play. • Adjust if necessary. • Make sure that operation is smooth. • Check throttle grip free play. Throttle grip 6-10, 6-15 • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable and grip housing.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check for damage. • Check tire condition and tread depth. Wheels and tires 6-10, 6-12 • Check air pressure. • Correct if necessary. • Make sure that operation is smooth. Brake levers 6-15 •...
ECA10240 or injury. NOTICE ZAUM0971 If the oil level warning light does not ECA11042 come on, have a Yamaha dealer NOTICE check the electrical circuit. For maximum engine life, never ac- celerate hard when the engine is cold! PUSH ZAUM0253 2.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU16761 EAU16780 EAU16793 Starting off Acceleration and deceleration Braking EWA10300 WARNING Before starting off, allow the engine to ● Avoid braking hard or suddenly warm up. (especially when leaning over to 1. While pulling the rear brake lever one side), otherwise the scooter with your left hand and holding the may skid or overturn.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS Front EAU16820 EAU16830 Tips for reducing fuel con- Engine break-in sumption There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period Fuel consumption depends largely on between 0 and 1000 km (600 mi). For your riding style.
If any engine trouble should occur park in a place where pedestri- during the engine break-in period, ans or children are not likely to immediately have a Yamaha dealer touch them and be burned. check the vehicle. ● Do not park on a slope or on soft...
– possibly leading to pending on the weather, terrain, geo- that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha death. See page 1-3 for more in- graphical location, and individual use, dealers are trained and equipped to...
● From 30000 km (17500 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km (3500 mi). ● Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. EAU46920 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU17718 General maintenance and lubrication chart ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi) √ √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi) • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and √...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 6000 km 12000 km 18000 km 24000 km CHECK (600 mi) (3500 mi) (7000 mi) (10500 mi) (14000 mi) Lights, signals and • Check operation. √ √...
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18741 Removing and installing the cowling and panel The cowling and panel shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time the cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and installed.
1. Panel A ating improperly. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. In- To install the panel stead, have a Yamaha dealer check Place the panel in the original position, the vehicle. 1. Spark plug cap and then install the screw.
If any leakage is found, have a 3. Install the spark plug with the Yamaha dealer check and repair the Specified spark plug: spark plug wrench, and then tight- scooter. In addition, the final transmis- YN50E NGK/BR8HS en it to the specified torque.
The throttle grip free play should mea- sure 4.0–6.0 mm (0.16–0.24 in) at the inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi- cally check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha deal- er adjust it. ZAUM0053 The tire air pressure should be checked and, if necessary, adjusted before each ride.
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WARNING glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is for this model. Never overload your vehicle. Opera- cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- tion of an overloaded vehicle could place the tire immediately. cause an accident. Minimum tire tread depth (front and rear): 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
If any ageing. Old and aged tires shall be edge and experience to do so. damage is found, have a Yamaha checked by tire specialists to ascertain ● Ride at moderate speeds after dealer replace the wheel.
EWA10650 nut in direction (b). WARNING Front If proper adjustment cannot be ob- tained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. ZAUM0107 1. Front brake lever free play Rear ZAUM0972 1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut ZAUM0108 1.
The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride. In addi- tion, the cable should be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance chart. ZAUM0061 1. Centerstand The pivoting points of the front and rear...
If any damage is found or the front face and hold it in an upright posi- fork does not operate smoothly, tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- securely support the vehicle so pair it. there is no danger of it falling over.
If any free hub or if the wheel does not turn level, battery lead connections and play can be felt, have a Yamaha smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check breather hose routing should be dealer check or repair the steering.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ● distilled water, as tap water con- KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER- tains minerals that are harmful IES OUT OF THE REACH OF Make sure that the scooter is posi- to the battery. CHILDREN. [ECA10611] tioned straight up when checking the EWA10760 electrolyte level.
4. If the fuse immediately blows such a way that the frame is ex- again, have a Yamaha dealer posed to electrolyte or gas ex- check the electrical system. pelled from the battery, the frame could suffer structural and external damages.
4. Remove the headlight bulb cover. It is advisable to have a Yamaha be adversely affected. Thor- dealer perform this job. oughly clean off any dirt and fin- 1.
ECA10670 6. Install the socket (together with the NOTICE bulb) by turning it clockwise. It is advisable to have a Yamaha 7. Install the cowling. dealer perform this job. 1. Place the scooter on the center- stand.
1. Remove the lens by removing the If the license plate light does not come screws. on, have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit or replace the bulb. 1. Turn signal light bulb 2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it counter- clockwise.
5. Insert a new bulb into the socket. self. However, should your scooter re- 6. Install the socket (together with the quire any repair, take it to a Yamaha bulb) by pushing it in. dealer, whose skilled technicians have 7. Install the cowling.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT heaters or furnaces. Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex- plode, causing severe injury or property damage. 6-24...
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 3. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression.
Cleaning Rust and corrosion can develop even if matte colored finished parts. Be ECA10783 sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for high-quality components are used. A NOTICE advice on what products to use be- rusty exhaust pipe may go unnoticed ●...
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For additional clean- roads during winter are extremely cor- ● For scooters equipped with a ing, use Yamaha Windshield Cleaner rosive in combination with water, carry or another high-quality windshield windshield: Do not use strong out the following steps after each ride in cleaner.
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EWA10942 WARNING which does not affect your visibility and ● Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- which cannot be easily recognized. Contaminants on the brakes or tires vice on what products to use. can cause loss of control.
SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE EAU26303 2. Drain the carburetor float chamber spark plug electrodes while Storage by loosening the drain bolt; this will turning the engine over. prevent fuel deposits from building [EWA10951] Short-term up. Pour the drained fuel into the e.
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SCOOTER CARE AND STORAGE °C (90 °F)]. For more information on storing the battery, see page 6-17. Make any necessary repairs before storing the scooter.
Gear Overall height: 1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt) Secondary reduction ratio: Final transmission oil: 1125 mm (44.3 in) YN50E 12.923 (52/13 x 42/13) Seat height: YN50EM 15 (52/13 x 45/12) Type: 790 mm (31.1 in) Transmission type: SAE 10W-30 type SE motor oil...
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SPECIFICATIONS Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Loading: Rear brake: Maximum load: Type: Headlight: 12 V, 35.0 W/35.0 W × 1 163 kg (359 lb) Drum brake (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and Operation: Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W × 1 accessories) Left hand operation Tire air pressure (measured on cold...
Model label Record the vehicle identification num- ber and model label information in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ZAUM0995 1.
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INDEX Fuel level warning light ......3-3 Starting off..........5-2 Fuse, replacing ........6-19 Steering, checking.........6-17 Acceleration and deceleration....5-2 Storage............7-4 Air filter element ........6-9 Storage compartment......3-9 Auxiliary light bulb, replacing Handlebar switches ........ 3-4 (if equipped)........6-23 Headlight bulb, replacing ......
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